WOW was this farm a shock to see when it arrived. I have been to several major stores and found nothing. went and found this, and when it arrived I was expecting the typical China built items. Cheap workmanship and shoddy materials. Trust me when I say this is NOT typical. The hinge is a long solid piece with screws, not nails. It is all plywood, 1/2" thick on the sides, wood nail pinned carry handles, and the corners are all re enforced. This is one solid toy barn. It can also hold the larger farm animals. For once, I did not feel cheated! It is well worth the price. My next purchase will surely be with Melissa and Doug